I Write What I Like: Selected Writings by Steve Biko

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"The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed." Like all of Steve Biko's writings, those words testify to the passion, courage, and keen insight that made him one of the most powerful figures in South Africa's struggle against apartheid. They also reflect his conviction that black people in South Africa could not be liberated until they united to break their chains of servitude, a key tenet of the Black Consciousness movement that he helped found. I Write show more What I Like contains a selection of Biko's writings from 1969, when he became the president of the South African Students' Organization, to 1972, when he was prohibited from publishing. The collection also includes a preface by Archbishop Desmond Tutu; an introduction by Malusi and Thoko Mpumlwana, who were both involved with Biko in the Black Consciousness movement; a memoir of Biko by Father Aelred Stubbs, his longtime pastor and friend; and a new foreword by Professor Lewis Gordon. Biko's writings will inspire and educate anyone concerned with issues of racism, postcolonialism, and black nationalism. show less

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Molebatsi 1 review

The writings in I Write What I Like are lasting legacy that Steve Biko bequeathed the people of South Africa. Biko's views remain current today as they were when he expressed in writing or speeches. Many thinkers, including former South Africa president Thabo Mbeki, have come to harness Black Consciousness in shedding light in Africa's many problems. As South African grapple with problems facing their country Biko's writings could come in handy.

Dec 27, 2011

Pakama 1 review

This book contains selected writings from Biko.It is very inspirational,especially when one looks at how racism affected the black South Africans in the apartheid days.His writings clearly show how commited and passionate Biko was.His state of mind was way ahead of his times.

Apr 8, 2010